1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 13 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Alpine A 106 (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alpine | Autobianchi |
| Model | A 106 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 22 L |
